The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is the inaugural book in C.S. Lewis’s of Narnia series. It follows four siblings—Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie—who are evacuated to the countryside during World War II and discover the magical land of Narnia through a wardrobe. In Narnia, they encounter talking animals, an evil witch, and Aslan, a majestic lion who represents good. The novel weaves together fantasy and allegory to explore themes of courage, betrayal, and redemption, making it a beloved classic for readers of all ages.